10 Of The Best Leggings That Are Perfect For Your Workout
You can never have too many gym leggings... right?
By e.
When it comes to exercise, we believe that style is just as important as practicality. Yes, it’s nice to have leggings that enhance your bum and smooth your tummy, however, it’s also important to realise that different exercises require different gym wear.
From keeping you dry during a spin class to finding comfort in yoga - we’ve got it sorted!
HERE ARE OUR TOP 10 FAVOURITE LEGGINGS:
HUNTLEY NOIR MARBLE LEGGING
Not your simple workout legging, this performance-first design is created with their signature performance fabric, Var-Tech. The fabric is known for its anti-pilling, sweat-wicking, four-way stretch and quick dry capabilities. With performance details such as a zippered back pocket, a hidden drawstring cord, ankle zips and dual type mesh panels in the back for ventilation and style.
Designed to minimize distraction and maximize comfort. These leggings are made from the softest fabric around. This makes them ideal for stretching, walking and light yoga. The high rise covers your core, lies smooth under tops and won't dig in. They'll happily take you from a morning yoga class to an avocado brunch.
BEST FOR: COMFORT ENGINEERED TO FEEL LIKE YOUR GO-TO, LIGHTWEIGHT, SECOND-SKIN LAYER YOGA, LOW-INTENSITY
Taking running to the next level! The ultra-stretchy and quick-drying fabric makes these leggings perfect for jogging. Ensuring you look as good as you go, tonal mesh cuts in at the hip and contrast piping slices across one side, they are stylish and practical.
BEST FOR: HIGH IMPACT WORKOUTS CARDIO, RUNNING OR DANCE
The NikeCourt Power Women's Tennis Tights are made with Nike Power fabric to help keep you supported and moving freely during training and drills. Perforations on the sides allow air to flow freely.
Super stretchy, sweat-wicking and quick drying. These are perfect for sweaty spin classes. The bum-sculpting, high waist and carefully placed seams also make these leggings extremely flattering.
BEST FOR: GOOD ALL ROUNDER, EVERYDAY FROM BARRE TO SPINNING TO BOXING
Go the extra mile in the Bang Bang legging, a high-rise active leg that is just as flattering as it is functional. Offering a panelled design for a contouring fit with colour-block stripes on the calves. Quick drying and made from stretchy fabric, these leggings are great for squats and lunges. P.E Nation even did their own office squat test to make sure they pass the opaque test - as sheer leggings have become public enemy #1 in the fitness world!
BEST FOR: STRETCH, TONING AND SQUAT EXERCISES DUMBBELL OR WEIGHT CIRCUITS
Super soft cotton provides the ultimate comfort. Yoga leggings need to be made from fabric that's both comfortable and stretchy and this pair is exactly that. These are the holy grail of yoga leggings and they will definitely enhance your zen!
BEST FOR: LOW INTENSITY PERFECT FOR YOGA & PILATES AFFORDABILITY
Stella McCartney understands uncompromising style; Adidas knows cutting-edge performance. These training seamless tights are fast-drying, the 'Climalite' technology wicks away moisture for a dry feel. Breathable mesh panels increase airflow as your workout heats you up.
BEST FOR: HIGH-INTENSITY WORKOUTS E.G CARDIO, RUNNING, BOXING TRAIN IN FUTURE-CONSCIOUS STYLE IN ECO-INNOVATIVE DESIGNS ADIDAS OFFER FREE RETURNS WITHIN 100 DAYS
Future brand alert! KCA-lab offer various leggings that are engineered for urban everyday life and every movement from high-intensity power training to low-intensity Yoga sessions. With their online shop going live this month, this is definitely a brand to look out for!
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